- Must visit
Groninger Museum
Bold contemporary museum with changing exhibitions in art, design and culture. Its striking architecture makes it a destination in itself.
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Groningen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Groningen will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 7 trains that leave Rotterdam for Groningen every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Groningen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 202 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£32 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Groningen trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 703541 · IC 2039 · IC 539 | 10:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 13:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703541 · IC 2039 · IC 539+ ST 37646 | 10:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 13:49 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 2039 · IC 539 | 11:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 13:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 702330+ ECD 9535+ IC 741+ ST 37648 | 11:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h14 | 14:19 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 702330 · IC 741+ ECD 9535 | 11:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 14:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703543 · IC 2041 · IC 641 · IC 741 | 11:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 14:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
IC 703543 · IC 2041 · IC 641 · SPR 6141 | 11:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h03 | 14:25 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
ECD 9535+ IC 741 | 11:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 14:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 703543 · IC 2041 · IC 641 · IC 741 | 11:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 14:19 Groningen Europapark | 4 changes | |
IC 2041 · IC 641 · IC 741 | 11:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 14:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703545 · IC 2043 · IC 543 | 11:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 14:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703545 · IC 2043 · IC 543+ ST 37650 | 11:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 14:49 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 2043 · IC 543 | 12:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 14:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 702334 · IC 745+ ECD 9539 | 12:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 15:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 702334+ ECD 9539+ IC 745+ ST 37652 | 12:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h14 | 15:19 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 703547 · IC 2045 · IC 645 · IC 745 | 12:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 15:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
IC 703547 · IC 2045 · IC 645 · SPR 6145 | 12:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h03 | 15:25 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 703547 · IC 2045 · IC 645 · IC 745 | 12:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 15:19 Groningen Europapark | 4 changes | |
ECD 9539+ IC 745 | 12:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 15:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 2045 · IC 645 · IC 745 | 12:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 15:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703549 · IC 2047 · IC 547 | 12:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 15:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703549 · IC 2047 · IC 547+ ST 37654 | 12:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 15:49 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 2047 · IC 547 | 13:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 15:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 702338+ ECD 9543+ IC 749+ ST 37656 | 13:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h14 | 16:19 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 702338 · IC 749+ ECD 9543 | 13:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 16:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703551 · IC 2049 · IC 649 · IC 749 | 13:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 16:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
ECD 9543+ IC 749 | 13:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 16:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 703551 · IC 2049 · IC 649 · IC 749 | 13:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 16:19 Groningen Europapark | 4 changes | |
IC 703551 · IC 2049 · IC 649 · SPR 6149 | 13:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h03 | 16:25 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 2049 · IC 649 · IC 749 | 13:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 16:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703553 · IC 2051 · IC 551 | 13:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 16:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703553 · IC 2051 · IC 551+ ST 37658 | 13:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 16:49 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 2051 · IC 551 | 14:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 16:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 702342+ ECD 9547+ IC 753 | 14:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 17:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 702342+ ECD 9547+ IC 753+ ST 37660 | 14:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h14 | 17:19 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
ECD 9547+ IC 753 | 14:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 17:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 703555 · IC 2053 · IC 653 · IC 753 | 14:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 17:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
IC 703555 · IC 2053 · IC 653 · IC 753 | 14:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 17:19 Groningen Europapark | 4 changes | |
IC 703555 · IC 2053 · IC 653 · SPR 6153 | 14:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h03 | 17:25 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 2053 · IC 653 · IC 753 | 14:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 17:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703557 · IC 2055 · IC 555 | 14:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 17:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703557 · IC 2055 · IC 555+ ST 37662 | 14:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h57 | 17:49 Groningen Europapark | 3 changes | |
IC 702346+ ECD 9551+ IC 757 | 15:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 18:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 2055 · IC 555 | 15:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 17:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 703559 · IC 2057 · IC 657 · IC 757 | 15:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 18:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
ECD 9551+ IC 757 | 15:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 18:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 2057 · IC 657 · IC 757 | 15:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 18:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703561 · IC 2059 · IC 559 | 15:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 18:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 2059 · IC 559 | 16:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 18:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 702350+ ECD 9555+ IC 761 | 16:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 19:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703563 · IC 2061 · IC 661 · IC 761 | 16:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 19:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
ECD 9555+ IC 761 | 16:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 19:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 2061 · IC 661 · IC 761 | 16:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 19:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703565 · IC 2063 · IC 563 | 16:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 19:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 2063 · IC 563 | 17:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 19:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 702354+ ECD 9559+ IC 765 | 17:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 20:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
ECD 9559+ IC 765 | 17:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 20:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 703567 · IC 2065 · IC 665 · IC 765 | 17:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 20:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
IC 2065 · IC 665 · IC 765 | 17:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 20:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703569 · IC 2067 · IC 567 | 17:52 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 20:42 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 2067 · IC 567 | 18:05 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 20:42 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 702358+ ECD 9563+ IC 769 | 18:05 Rotterdam Blaak | 3h07 | 21:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
IC 703571 · IC 2069 · IC 669 · IC 769 | 18:22 Rotterdam Blaak | 2h50 | 21:12 Groningen station | 3 changes | |
ECD 9563+ IC 769 | 18:22 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h50 | 21:12 Groningen station | 1 change | |
IC 2069 · IC 669 · IC 769 | 18:35 Rotterdam Centraal | 2h37 | 21:12 Groningen station | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:24 Rotterdam | 2h48 | 9:12 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:35 Rotterdam | 2h37 | 9:12 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:50 Rotterdam | 2h52 | 9:42 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:24 Rotterdam | 2h48 | 10:12 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:36 Rotterdam | 3h06 | 11:42 Groningen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Rotterdam to Groningen run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 2h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Groningen — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Groningen trip today.
Bold contemporary museum with changing exhibitions in art, design and culture. Its striking architecture makes it a destination in itself.
University museum presenting science, nature and medical collections in an accessible format, ideal for a compact cultural visit.
Museum in the old synagogues about Jewish life in Groningen, with personal stories and thoughtful historical displays.
Main market square framed by historic buildings, terraces and regular events. A natural starting point for exploring central Groningen.
Compact historic harbour area with warehouses, boats and waterside views. One of the city’s most photogenic walking spots.
Popular city park with broad lawns, ponds and winding paths. Good for a relaxed walk away from the busiest shopping streets.
A hearty pea soup with split peas, pork and smoked sausage. A classic Dutch winter dish widely eaten in Groningen and the northern provinces.
Thin Dutch pancakes served sweet or savoury. In Groningen they are a long-standing café staple, often enjoyed with syrup, bacon or cheese.
A traditional rye bread from the north, dark, moist and slightly sweet. It reflects Groningen’s grain-growing history and is often served with cheese or bacon.
Popular brewpub pouring house beers with hearty dishes and bar snacks in a lively industrial-style atmosphere.
Refined restaurant serving carefully prepared seasonal menus with French and Dutch influences in an intimate atmosphere.
Stylish city-centre restaurant known for modern Dutch and seasonal dishes in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the Netherlands: dining and hotels cost less than Amsterdam, but tourist stays and eating out are still pricier than many smaller European cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Groningen Central Station -> Grote Markt, Groningen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam to Groningen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Groningen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rotterdam to Groningen trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Groningen station pair, with some services arriving at Groningen Europapark. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Groningen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Blaak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fitzgerald, Markthal Rotterdam
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Blaak. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Blaak: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Blaak: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Motto by Hilton Rotterdam Blaak, citizenM Rotterdam, Ibis Rotterdam City Centre.
Rotterdam Alexander is 6 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Alexander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Alexander, Brasserie Waalhaven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Alexander. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Alexander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Alexander: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Alexander, NH Capelle, Campanile Rotterdam Oost.
Groningen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Drie Gezusters, Mr. Mofongo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Groningen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Groningen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Groningen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Groningen Hotel, The Student Hotel Groningen, City Hotel Groningen.
Groningen Europapark is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Europapark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Europapark.
ATMs are available at Groningen Europapark.
Available at Groningen Europapark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen Europapark: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Europapark.
Groningen Noord is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Noord.
Available at Groningen Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen Noord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Noord: Ramps.
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